Game 65 Open Thread - Rangers (32-33) at Royals (25-39)
by Freneau on Jun 10, 2008 7:01 PM EDT
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After starting the season 8-17, the Rangers have gone 24-16 and have hovered around .500 for the better part of two weeks. With a win tonight they could get back to that mark, and with an Angels loss they could claw to within six games back in the AL West.
To do so, they'll count on Kevin Millwood (4.65 ERA) to best Gi Meche (5.54 ERA) in a battle of... of... well, rich guys.
Of minor note, the Rangers are 15-17 on the road while the Royals are 12-16 at home.
(Since when did Paul Bako become a somewhat good hitter? He's slugging .432!)
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It's The "Leaving
Kansas City Bounce”, a well known phenomenon. Witness Wellemeyer, Keppinger, Diaz, Gotay etc..
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
sorry, you have to claim that in the first post...
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Bako's SLG is just a random spike
from his 2 HR yesterday. He got a little too excited about seeing Griffey hit 600 I think.
His slugging went up 43 points in one game!
Isn't it time for another
“Watch Your Bako” post, then? Do we play the Reds this year?
A mind without purpose will walk in dark places.
Thank god
the Rangers spent so much money on Millwood. It’s not as if we’d ever blow that much money on one starting pitcher. :P
A mind without purpose will walk in dark places.
Gator Goes Again
While Gload sits; it’s just not fair to Rossie.
D. DeJesus lf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .298
M. Grudzielanek 2b 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .287
A. Gordon 3b 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .262
J. Guillen rf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .269
M. Teahen 1b 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .249
M. Olivo dh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .289
J. Buck c 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .252
M. Aviles ss 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .294
J. Gathright cf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .240
Totals 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
More Aviles!
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
i don’t know; honestly that’s not that bad of a lineup. i still just don’t understand how we lose 12 in a row. you’ve got some speed, some pretty good averages, and a couple of guys who can hit home runs. we should be better than we are. i also should keep emailing our hitting coach.
i just look at those guys and think we shouldn’t be last in those categories. it’s almost like the other teams just have better players or something.
Nonsense
If the media would pay more attention to our players, they’d be better.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
ESPN will air 13 Royals-White Sux games per year
to take advantage of the bitter rivalry
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
and we will arm our 3d base coaches
with shotguns.
Consider the Black hole
we had at SS that sucked in all other talent around it I’m not surprised.
Billy at worst will be Sean Casey jr.
I'm Getting A
Talk show on 980 via MLBTV radio right now.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
if buck keeps failing to throw out runners,
i’m going to keep emailing trey that olivo should be catching and not DHing.
Off-topic but important
They’re now making gummi snacks… with electrolytes. Who needs Gatorade when you can eat CANDY?
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
I know we've joked about "is that Gil's first 1-2-3 inning this year?"
But… IS that Gil’s first 1-2-3 FIRST inning this year?
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
Except for Gordon
everyone in our lineup is either a better-than-.300 hitter against Millwood, or has never faced him before.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
who will lead us in rbis this year?
guillen, or emil brown?
Gil was obviously given a talking-to
about his poor performance in the first inning. “Get out there and throw some pitches, Gilbert.”
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
lol Frank
Ryan: “No relation to Wade Boggs, heheh”
Frank: ”...well, you never know…”
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
I'm sure at least once
maybe Detroit on opening day….haha, but seriously.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 8:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Im willing to bet everything i have on it..
are you kidding? do you realize how many starts he has
Yasuhiko Yabuta is to Major League Baseball as Drew Carey is to The Price is Right
He's done it four times this year
Blown Save
anyone have a berroa in LA update?
how many homers did he hit yesterday
I wanna know what love is, I want you to show me
I know its been well documented
but Aviles’s approach looks astronimically better than Pena’s.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 8:49 PM EDT reply actions
the Dodgers didn't play yesterday
much to the dismay of baseball fans world-wide
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
good to see that Gil has his pitching efficiency
back to where we expect it to be
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Hillmans quote on Aviles
“We’ll keep going with it as long as he continues to perform,” Hillman said.I wish he had the same stance on Pena.
Billy at worst will be Sean Casey jr.
it was just a little different approach
“We’ll keep going with until he begins to perform,” Hillman said
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Gil Meche has had 1-2-3 innings back-to-back
four times this year. One of those times, he went back-to-back-to-back innings.
Blown Save
1-2-3 and only 12 pitches!
holy cow!
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
There ya go kscoliny
1-2-3, can he do it again????
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 8:54 PM EDT reply actions
BTW
Gathright makes some really nice plays, but he also makes other easy plays look tough, just an observation.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions
God forbid the sun gets in his eyes
Yasuhiko Yabuta is to Major League Baseball as Drew Carey is to The Price is Right
Yeah, that was tough going from shade
to bright ass sun. Nice work to stay with it.
"We should've gotten a live chicken"
- Willie Mays Hays
Yeah
Maybe it’s just me, but golly, David DeJesus seems to get jumps that are 1000% better than Gathright. If he only had Gathright’s speed he could play outfield by himself.
DDJ is very good with reads
Gathright has improved a whole bunch, though, this season.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Reminds me of a guy I played HS baseball with
looked like a frickin circus in the OF but made some sweet plays
Billy at worst will be Sean Casey jr.
I think they should have the person sitting in
the Buck O’Neil seat also be the person represented in the Sonic Slam inning. That way we could watch some close ups of their lips when they have Buck, German, and TPJ batting for them.
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
by buddyball on Jun 10, 2008 8:57 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Wasn't Guillen's GS
in the 7th on Saturday? Man that would really suck to have it that day.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
lol
I wouldn’t even dare to hope for it unless Matt Stairs were slated to bat. He actually did win it for someone.
Oh Matt Stairs, I miss you.
As inconceivable as this would have been a month ago
Alex is only on pace for 12 HR now.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
no the veteran mullet presence in the clubhouse?
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
i know, what a scam
I can’t believe they felt the need to include specific language that outlaws that .00000000003 possibility.
by andrewmiller on Jun 10, 2008 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Two Ks in a row...
could it be “Gil Meche – 2007 Throwback Night”?
A mind without purpose will walk in dark places.
back to back 1-2-3 innings!
remember where you are right now!
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Look at that
strikes out the side, and…...........back to back 1-2-3 innings
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:08 PM EDT reply actions
He sucks
Striking out the side requires throwing too many pitches. He should be pitching to contact!
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
as long as he gets his pitches/inning <20
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
its the new Gil Meche
leading us to the promised land!!!!!!
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Ahhh
he is so overpayed. I can’t believe we spent 12 million on him. Bring back Emil, plleeeeeeeease!
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:11 PM EDT reply actions
looked low to me
who knows, though, I’m lovin it
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
yes, good at bat
I forgive him (now)
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
nice slide by Teabag
I don’t think Catalanado had the time to take his time like Frank suggested
Mark was bearing down on him.
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
nice hustle by The Missing Link
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
All right, Buck
And now here’s the next hero, the Amazing Aviles!
A mind without purpose will walk in dark places.
Joey, Joey, Joey
don’t try for a homer, just a hit will do
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Or not
But hey, we might win two in a row at this point!
A mind without purpose will walk in dark places.
We can't be afraid of jinxes
or we won’t have much to look forward to.
A mind without purpose will walk in dark places.
great, now we are really jinxed
thanks….
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Nope
Gator drew a walk. I predict a 20-game win streak.
A mind without purpose will walk in dark places.
And the first day he doesn't homer
someone here will say he sucks and should be released… and mean it.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
nooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Or The End
Of western civilization as we know it.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions
nice move
to put Aviles in motion
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Why isn't Aviles
pulling up second base and parading around with it?
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
He'll
always be safe if he carries the base with him.
by powderbluepower on Jun 10, 2008 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah, the way he was flailing (sp?) around
I didn’t think it possible -
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Is it just me
or does Rusty’s helmet look like one of the ones you buy at the souvenir stand?
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
it has a nice scheen on it
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Joe Nelson just gave up a HR
to Pat Burrell, pitching for Florida. Is that our former closer Joe Nelson??
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:27 PM EDT reply actions
well, there goes that streak
thanks to NHZ, you heartless bastard
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
(who, many people may not know, sometimes works as a freelance scout for the Mariners now.)
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
This Is His
Latest gig.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions
awesome play by Aviles
sign him to a lifetime contract!!!!!!!!!!!!
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
awesome play by Aviles
I get the feeling he can dance.
And Does!
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions
he plays the game the right way
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Great Defense from Aviles
Lovin it, lovin it
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:34 PM EDT reply actions
Aviles Will Not
Get you more Esteban.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Manwiches
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Where can I get some grit sandwiches?
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Buddy Has The
Franchise.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions
yes, you can order a Meinke-burger
or a Dougie burger
or a Gloadie burger
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
huh. i was just going to say i'm glad i benched gordon
on my fantasy team. :)
it will look like a sharp single
in the boxscores
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
I call no jinx!
Just checked in to find us up 2-0…make that 3-0….Meche with alot o’ pitches, but that’s not uncommon….Detroit about to beat Chisox….11.5 games out here we come!
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Jun 10, 2008 9:39 PM EDT reply actions
selfish player that he is.
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
that's how a man runs the base paths
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
That was
Guillen’s first sign of true GRIT.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:41 PM EDT reply actions
hustle hustle hustle
babies don’t hustle
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 9:41 PM EDT reply actions
wow, missed opportunity to add to the lead
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
I know there's not many hockey fans on here....
but I am SICK TO DEATH of seeing Detroit win…..sick I tells ya…..
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Jun 10, 2008 9:44 PM EDT reply actions
olivo
is hanging back on breaking balls and hitting them hard. the homer in new york yesterday was one of those. he has made the successful adjustment from a fastball punisher to an all around punisher. hope it sticks.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 9:44 PM EDT reply actions
Now he just needs to make the adjustment
from lefty-masher to everyone-masher.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
Am I just imagining things
or did I read on this site a few weeks ago that someone would have rather had Mike Cameron than Jose Guillen?....wow
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:46 PM EDT reply actions
before the year...that wasnt that outrageous.
they are similar offensive players while Cameron plays Centerfield….very well
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Just getting used to his new "team leader" role
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions
no not at all
I’ve been behind Guillen even when he was struggling. One of the few, but all along I’ve been saying that he would come around…..I didn’t think it’d be like this, but I definitely thought he would.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions
I think a lot of people thought he'd come around
he’s a naturally streaky player. Guys who don’t walk a lot generally are.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm sure cameron is significantly cheaper
and his contribution isn’t that significantly worse.
I guess
if you want a guy 3 years younger, whose production has been going down each year and will continue to…I’m fine with what we got, though.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Did someone say "Gordon's 1-game homer streak?"
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
I would have taken Kirk Cameron for Berroa!
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Jun 10, 2008 9:49 PM EDT reply actions
How about Cameron Frye?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions
AKA Mia "Whatever Happened to Me?" Sara
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions
She's still living off residuals from
Bueller and Legend.
Well, okay, only Bueller.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
You know, I watched it again a couple of years ago
(despite the fact that the actor who played the principal [the funniest character] significantly ruined the film for people by getting caught with kiddie porn)
and is it me, or are there deliberate hints of attraction both ways between Ferris’ girlfriend and Cameron?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh, that was the thing in the 80s.
I think every guy’s best friend and girlfriend were >this< close to having a fling.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
Yeah...
um, maybe for you. I couldn’t even get a hint from the girls on the freaking debate squad…
But for it to come out in the movie is weird, since Cameron is presented on the surface as totally lame.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Omaha has things goin on
Duckworth no no thru 6 Billy 3-4 with a 2b
Billy at worst will be Sean Casey jr.
Is it me, or is Aaron Harang ugly enough to be a blogger/fantasy sports "expert"
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
yes
He must thank god every day when he wakes up for blessing him with the ability to throw a ball.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions
If so, good choice
it makes him look totally mature and cool
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions
he needs a little color in it
blue perhaps?
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Once a month his wife dyes it red!
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Jun 10, 2008 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh, man I didn't even get it until this djk
and now I’m grossed-out, too. Thanks
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Why is this a reply to me? Am I now the designated google pics perv?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions
kinda had that impression....
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Jun 10, 2008 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions
I havent seen a patch of hair like that
since I was born.
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Jun 10, 2008 9:53 PM EDT reply actions
In moms defense,
it was 1973…
Let's Go Blues!
by powderbluesfor08 on Jun 10, 2008 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions
let's get out of this inning
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
nice
great play by mesh. held my breath while teahen looked like an outfielder on that ground ball…
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 9:57 PM EDT reply actions
oops
typing too fast
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions
wow- I feel we dodged a significant bullet there
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
meche, wow
i am a dumbass
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 9:58 PM EDT reply actions
yes, yes you are....
should i call you mary?
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions
is that worse than huck?
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
wow wow wow
just getting one: that’s like royals-style offense.
yeah
no kidding. maybe if they bunted more…
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions
hey guys
Just woke up, looks like Meche finally pulled his head outta his ass. And how bout Jose! Great to see him locked in like this.
Formally PhantomRoyals
by FattyFMcFatass on Jun 10, 2008 10:00 PM EDT reply actions
what could go better here?
everyone looks good.
Is Gameday still locked up on Kinsler's at-bat for anyone else?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
At least it isn't my computer
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions
gameday sucks balls this year
Im going with ESPN
Formally PhantomRoyals
by FattyFMcFatass on Jun 10, 2008 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions
cbs sportsline isn't too bad
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
wow milton bradley
boardgames must be easier than grounders. to think, we almost traded for him.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:01 PM EDT reply actions
Boy, I'm sure pissed we didn't get Bradley instead of Guillen.
I mean, look at that hustle.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
+1
that’s the kind of attitude I wish we had.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions
You have to be a real ballplayer
to turn a single into a triple with no effort at all.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
I must admit
that, although I think Bradley’s too much of a risk for a team like the Royals due to injuries and the almost-inevitable disgruntlement (qualities that Guillen also has, just in much lower quantities than Milton), that when they’re both healthy and on the field I think Bradley is clearly the superior player.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes, but
there’s something very pertinent to be said against a guy who’ll misplay a single, let it roll to the wall, and just jog after it half-assed.
I don’t think Jose would EVER be that freakin’ lazy.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
+1
Guillen’s attitude is what I love about him most. He has a fire and you can tell that he really just wants to be in the lineup and win.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Jose's performing but don't kid yourself about his attitude.
There’s a reason he has to find a new team every year.
How do you really know what has happened?
I heard after we signed him that in Seattle they loved him and didn’t understand where his bad rep came from. I heard that in the past, he got into quarrels with coaching about playing time when he wasn’t getting played enough. I’m not saying that that is all fine and dandy, but I love a guy that wants to be in the lineup every single day and can’t stand not to play.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions
He also wasn't a huge problem in DC.
He was in Pittsburgh, when he was a kid; he was in TB, when they were desperately hopeless; he was in Anaheim, when it’s arguable that Sciosca may have been being an absolute dickhead.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
Ok
definitely not good, but what were the details of it? What was it over? No matter what, the answer is probably not good, but I think that in recent years he has proved himself to be a little more mature and controlling of himself.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Jose has his moments
but you’re right, I can’t see him being that bad, as I think I acknowledged above, or meant to. But while everyone would like it if ballplayers busted their ass all the time, we’d rather have them taking it easy and hitting like above-average hitters than busting their ass just to break replacement level (Eckstein). It’s not fair, but that’s the way it is. As you know. /dumb lecture
For pure entertainment value, I think the Royals outfield this year should be CF: Milton, RF: Jose, and LF: Matt Stairs (Kegmeister as mediator)
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions
That may very well be
but it’s clear that he isn’t TONIGHT, and that is what’s good for Royals fans.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions
easy +1
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Question for you.
Do you think if Guillen was in Texas’ lineup instead of Bradley, that he wouldn’t have similar numbers as him?
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions
only a triple?
come one. beat that out to home.
Luis Sojo,right now > TPJ
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
certainly
it helps that he doesn’t look like he’s chasing butterflies w/ his bat.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
as rainbows are to green beans
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Now why would Catalanotto cover his face with his glove
to talk to GATOR?
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
i maintain:
i think we could almost as easily have a medium-long winning streak (eg 5 or 6) as have our 12-game self-destruction of earlier.
we were just getting so unlucky.
maybe we’re lucky right now, but i think we’re nearly a 500 team.
i take it back:
i don’t even think we’re that lucky right now. we could easily have 6 or 7 runs.
what i would do
leave him out there until he allows a baserunner. if he doesn’t, this is his last inning for sure.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Over/under on how long it takes for hiim to violate his marriage vows
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions
will it be with A-Rod or Jeter?
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
only if he brings a box of Wheat Thins
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
never
he plays the game the right way
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
NBA update
Celtics down by 9
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Is Dick Bavetta officiating?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions
look the fuck out
fans behind the royals dugout were acting like babies. watch the game. pay attention.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:17 PM EDT reply actions
???
Gameday here
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions
bullet
foul ball off guillen’s bat. he put his head down. scared for the folks there.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions
wicked foul ball by Guillen
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
just sarcasm
I’ve been laying it on thick whenever it comes to Jose….haha this site brings it out in me.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions
If he was a real player
he’d have gotten in the ump’s grill like Milton did.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
OT: Anyone seen any stupid/unintentionally hilarious Web sites lately?
One of my job duties is writing about Awful Links, but the recommendation mechanism that gives me all the tips is down, and the only sites I actually voluntarily visit are Royals Review and Deadspin.
mlb.com
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions
kcchiefs.com
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions
ohhhhh
summer chiefs burn….that hurts
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions
haha
i’m even a chiefs fan. self-loathing….it’s the new sarcasm.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions
haha, chiefs
Watching the Royals struggle to score 3 is much more enjoyable than watching the Chiefs do the same.
by andrewmiller on Jun 10, 2008 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions
google.com
all they have is this white page with their name at the top. Pretty much sucks.
Any publicly accessible column by Buster Olney where he tries to talk about statistics
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions
touche
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
But I added "publicly accessible" beause "awful links" would need to be free stuff, not his totally-worth-it "insider" stuff
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
that guy has weird opinions
on what makes a good flag
by mikewormdog on Jun 10, 2008 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Don't know if he knows anything at all
but about a month ago, Buster Olney said that: “for the Royals, Mahay is a guy you sign in January, to trade in June/July”. I like him a lot, but if we can get something good for him, I’m all for it, Dayton appears to know how to build a bullpen.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Endorsement by Buster Olney = Kiss of Death
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions
year to year
is the way to build the pen. it’s relatively cheap.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
odds are on
a random braves player. seriously, their farm system should just draw lottery tickets for a trade to kc.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions
thats nice...he didnt even flirt with catching that ball
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Are they picking out songs at the jukebox?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions
should be E-3
but it will be E-6
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:29 PM EDT reply actions
WTF?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions
they're going to hit him...
and they want someone in the game they aren’t worried about getting injured.
all star game
trey’s thought….’must create save situation to ensure deserving all star’
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Why?
Aviles is already up
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions
what!?
You can’t be serious…..Why not Yabuta?
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions
don't mess w/ hot streaks
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions
9th inning sub for Gator in CF
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions
I hope that decimal point is in the right place
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions
tomko
SUCKS!!!
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:33 PM EDT reply actions
Tomko For Cy
Young.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 10:33 PM EDT reply actions
jose lima division
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions
So like, is Hillman trying to give this game away or what?
Did anybody expect Tomko to do anything but what he just did and is doing?
winning records follow good bullpens
Berroa, grounds out!
Yasuhiko Yabuta is to Major League Baseball as Drew Carey is to The Price is Right
Didn't see it
but I’ll bet with just a few hundred more feet, it woulda been outta there!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions
He's not a "baseball player"!!!!! 111
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions
I hope Tomko breaks his fucking leg and never pitches for the royals again
Yasuhiko Yabuta is to Major League Baseball as Drew Carey is to The Price is Right
can we just DFA tomko
right off the mound, u know, take the papers directly to him
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:36 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
On like, aa golf cart
winning records follow good bullpens
Someone Kneecap Him
After the game.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Pathetic we even have to use him in a game like this
Teahen, catch the ball. Tomko, get somebody the fk out.
winning records follow good bullpens
who waswarming up?
I’d love to see Trey bring in Soria in this situation…...I have a hard on for the Moneyball style use of closers
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Jun 10, 2008 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
we ARE trying to lose this game
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:37 PM EDT reply actions
BOOTY TIME
I love Yabuta and always have loved him, just like Guillen.
by Porcus on Jun 10, 2008 10:37 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
+10 for sarcastic and self-deprecating self-honesty
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Unbelievable.
winning records follow good bullpens
G Lairds gameday photo is prehaps the funniest I've ever seen
Formally PhantomRoyals
by FattyFMcFatass on Jun 10, 2008 10:40 PM EDT reply actions
lol, I just looked at it again
makes me keekle every time, it might as well be this emoticon: ^ __ ^
As funny as his self-chose nickname?
Check it out
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions
SOMEBODY MAKE IT STOP
winning records follow good bullpens
shelton is a ginger
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:41 PM EDT reply actions
uh oh,
let’s not go down that road again
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions
We need to see if we can talk David Murphy into
letting us “borrow” his dad’s car to go to Chicago.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
You're baiting me, aren't you?
Animal house references are to devil_fingers as “consistancy” is to Joe Morgan
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Ah, right
Wasn’ “Faber College” in New England?
Makes more sense, as Murphy doesn’t look like Flounder at all
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions
But he does look exactly like
Cameron Frye.
See how it all comes back around to bite you in the ass?
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
Oregon actually
Originally they were scheduled to shoot it at Mizzou, but MU backed out at the last minute
Marriage is a great institution, for those that like being in institutions.
100 losses, here we come
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:42 PM EDT reply actions
Ok that's it
No more royals games before work, too stressful
Formally PhantomRoyals
by FattyFMcFatass on Jun 10, 2008 10:42 PM EDT reply actions
Check the clubhouse
make sure Gil’s not swinging from the shower pipes.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
Its like the 12 game losing streak
all over again! Awesome!
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Jun 10, 2008 10:42 PM EDT reply actions
jesus FUCKING CHRIST
god dammit hillman you are a moron
winning records follow good bullpens
just like good teams find a way to win
bad teams really find a way to lose
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:43 PM EDT reply actions
Where are all of our Hillman supporters now?
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 10:43 PM EDT reply actions
Where is our dignity?
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions
I don't like the use either, but Hillman didn't make the error that led to 4 unearned runs.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions
he brought in our 2 worst bullpen guys with 4 outs to go
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions
before that
Yabuta had been pitching pretty well. I’m not arguing with you because I didn’t like the Tomko move but Soria has pitched 3 of the last 4 games, we don’t know anything about who is available and whose not. But whatever, it doesn’t really matter now.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
FOUR runs with two outs
Just so unbelievably TERRIBLE
Can soria not get 4 outs?
My brain is exploding
winning records follow good bullpens
We all know what caused this
not enough bunt/defending the bunt practice before the game
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Watch Yabuta walk the bases loaded
THEN we bring in Soria
winning records follow good bullpens
Psychological edge! Pulling the carpet out from under them!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Tomko, being held down by his teammates
gets kick in the balls by Meche, with cleats.That’s fair, right?
Formally PhantomRoyals
by FattyFMcFatass on Jun 10, 2008 10:45 PM EDT reply actions
hillman is giving TPJ a run for his money as my least favorite person
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 10:46 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
See, you're just not thinking clearly.
TPJ is a bad baseball player. That’s not his fault.
Hillman was unable to figure out that TPJ is a bad baseball player. QED.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
Goldstein was so totally unfair in calling Royals fans psychotic!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
ALL WE NEEDED TO GET
WAS
ONE
OUT
ONE
winning records follow good bullpens
serenity now!
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:47 PM EDT reply actions
The Sheik Has
Pretty shiny blue arms.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 10:47 PM EDT reply actions
i'm booing aloud
at the tv…i have a feeling i’d be throwing things towards the field if i were there.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:49 PM EDT reply actions
Careful, Stu Scott might hear you
BOOYAH!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions
12 hits and we're going to lose
This team can do nothing right
I’m disgusted that I have plans to go to the game tomorrow night
winning records follow good bullpens
I'm going with friends, I have no choice
winning records follow good bullpens
Hey it's Buck Night
that is reason enough to be happy.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Will someone get me a Buck Bobblehead?
It probably won’t clear customs
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Meche cant
catch a break with getting any wins. He does his part, and then the bullpen blows it.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:49 PM EDT reply actions
All right guys, we've got 'em right where we want 'em
Was it over when the British took Bunker Hill? Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor!
RRRRRRRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAWGGGGGGGGGGG!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
haha
I was literally laughing out loud when I read that.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Everyday Eddie Will
Be our bitch.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 10:52 PM EDT reply actions
Closer To 300
Pounds than 200 pounds.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Casta Several Times
A day.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Does "casta" have some meaning as a nickname?
Or is that a typo?
Also, I enjoy Anglicizing all the Hispanic names, so it’d be Shane Coast. Jose Guillen is simply Joseph William, Ramon Ramirez is Raymond Wise Person, then of course there’s David Of Jesus.
Maybe he sucked as a pitcher, but it was great fun to turn Jorge De La Rosa to “George O’ The Rose.”
Cf. RR's post in "Fan Posts" from earlier today on Costa, Costas, and Casta
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Laetitia Casta
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
by jonfmorse on Jun 10, 2008 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Who is she?
Just another “model” on her way to becoming a direct-to-internet princess aka softcore star?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions
im thinkin she's too successful to go that route
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions
I think we can all confidently go to bed now
Buck/Aviles/Gathright
That’s a jaywalker’s row, baby!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
fat guys falling down
=great
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:53 PM EDT reply actions
what, WHAY?
Losers on Gameday/CBS here!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
I feel like the blind/deaf grandpa
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
guardado
fell down as he underhanded that one.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Steve Phillips would say he's missing the 7th tool: hand-eye coordination
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions
a la Homer on his way to stop the nuclear explosion
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Butler Thinks Shelton
Is fat.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 10:55 PM EDT reply actions
Just got back from my first T-bones game
you want to talk about BAD baseball, they make the Royals look like HOFers!!!!!!!!
the only reason to watch baseball that bad…is if your kid is playing!
Other team’s DH looked like he ATE Prince Fielder!
Infield is cut like astro turf fields, you know, with just the small dirt patches at the bases, but its real grass…I guess its okay, just seems strange.
I have many leather bound books...
Was Pickering there? Did he hit an 800 foot HR? Did he eat a 12 foot hoagie in the dugout?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes, all of that...
It was a circus with bad baseball between acts, a lot of players with names that sound like they’re sons of former MLers like Rojas, Fasano and Wally Backman, Jr.
I have many leather bound books...
I'm pretty sure there could be 4-5 more levels of minor leagues if all the illegitimate sons
of former MLBers played
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions
That would explain the seismic activity wherever they play
Harvey’s running was like the suspenseful T-Rex footsteps in Jurassic Park .
If Aviles hits this one out
The Legend Will be Born
C’mon Avilanche!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
ive been indisposed
how much did we win by?
One man with courage makes a majority - Andrew Jackson
by Home Run Tony Cogan on Jun 10, 2008 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions
To bad Aviles didn't just hit a walk-off
Between that and Huber’s inevitable cycle, NYRoyal would never, ever live it down. Lose his job after setting a SN record with 2245 posts in one day.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions
It's Both Early
And late for Aviles’s walkoff HR.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, that always got me
Whatever works for hitters… I guess if I could hit like Gary Sheffield, I’d wave my bat all over the place too.
Nice Ab by aviles, otehr than how it ended
winning records follow good bullpens
Joey Will Kick
A touchdown!
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 10:59 PM EDT reply actions
THERE'S NO PRAYING IN BASEBALL!!!!
Seriously, what for? Balls and Strikes?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions
even hillman is sick of watching this team play
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:00 PM EDT reply actions
I would of gotten kicked too
winning records follow good bullpens
cool little feature...we can hear what trey is saying
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:00 PM EDT reply actions
Dang it, up, I mean, gosh darn it! That's a dadgum ball, you nincompoop. It make me so mad I could stomp my foot! There, I did it! I stomped!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:01 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
yep...not real clearly...but you pick up about every other word
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Won't somebody please think of the children???!111//11?!?!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions
You'd think they'd catch that
I remember a time Eric Wedge was arguing, and taught me a few new curse words via the magic of TV. It was an inspiring rant.
No Fucking Way
That pitch was a strike. Good for Hillman.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:00 PM EDT reply actions
Definitely a horrible call, not that it really matters
winning records follow good bullpens
lemme check his career stats
oh wait
(lawl)
by Porcus on Jun 10, 2008 11:03 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
that umpire would make richie sexson
look like a placekicker
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:02 PM EDT reply actions
yeah...treys not that small...the ump is a giant
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Nice Hillman
at least he tried to light a fire under the team….even though I have a feeling this team has just given up on this game.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:03 PM EDT reply actions
At least the Royals can take comfort
Kinser/Young/Hamilton isn’t any better than Buck/Aviles/Gathright
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
I appreciate
the fire, though. I like seeing him get worked up. I realize a lot of the time, he just has to deal with stuff, but that’s freakin’ egregious. I don’t care if we’re the freakin’ Kansas City T-Bones, you can’t let that slide.
by powderbluepower on Jun 10, 2008 11:03 PM EDT reply actions
well,
looks like time to fall apart. pack it in. no need to get hurt or get any more ejections.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:05 PM EDT reply actions
There goes the ballgame
Thanks Yabuta.
winning records follow good bullpens
Can We Concede?
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:06 PM EDT reply actions
I propose we
change his nickname to “Shaky” Yabuta.
by powderbluepower on Jun 10, 2008 11:06 PM EDT reply actions
Shaky Ya Boot
= the Hoky Poky.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions
If Hillman were managing the Rangers
He would have Hamilton and Bradley already safely on the bench in favor of defensive replacements
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
i propose
we start counting down til our 100th loss
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:06 PM EDT reply actions
I'm so frustrated
but maybe it’s my optimistic attitude, but I’d like to think the Royals stay under 100 losses. I mean, they aren’t worse than last year, right? I mean, we’re better than last year… right?
by powderbluepower on Jun 10, 2008 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions
out of four
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions
oh really?
lets wait til now to bring in our setup guy
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:08 PM EDT reply actions
wonder if Owen made that decision by himself
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I Think We're
The pen in inverse order of who they wanted to use based on recent usage.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Do I reallly need to say it?
PSYCHOLOGICAL EDGE!!!11 1111 one!!!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:10 PM EDT up reply actions
If Ramon Ramirez was available in the 8th
WHY THE HELL DID TOMKO COME IN
winning records follow good bullpens
b/c ttrey is an absolutely terrible manager
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm starting to believe it, and I hate that
winning records follow good bullpens
the loss of nunez...
really was killer
especially since Hillman’s choices are questinable at best
why does he use Mahay as his first guy WITHOUT FAIL
Mahay did a good job but when the shit hits the fan the last 2 guys we need are Tomko and Yabuta
winning records follow good bullpens
Will, Mahay was NOT the problem here.
He retired 5 of the 7 guys he faced, and the seventh would have been out if Teahen hadn’t dropped the ball.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
right...
what i’m bitching about is that Mahay seems to be the designated 6th inning guy for some reason
then we have a terrible gap getting to Ram Ram
why was there a gap?
it was the 8th, he should’ve been in there.
I don't know if this makes any sense
but I can see Tomko/Yabuta coming in with the 4 run lead to get one out….but once the game came within one run, why the hell would he not bring in RAM RAM? doesn’t make sense.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:10 PM EDT reply actions
+1
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Nunez goes on the DL, and the whole bullpen implodes
+1000 points of ammunition for the “Bullpen needs set roles to be effective” crowd.
Josh Hamilton just got owned hardcore
winning records follow good bullpens
c'mon R-Ram
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:11 PM EDT reply actions
What will cause Hamilton to go back on the "stuff"
Does he suceed to such a degree he feels indestrutible?
or would failure cause him to go back?
Discuss
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
Tomorrow at 8:10 eastern
I’m just going to find three hours of Casta video and watch it instead
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
They should've hit milton instead of throwing 2 balls
see if they can get him suspended.
Hamiltons babysitter better be on his game tonite....
that kinda AB is what leads to crack
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:13 PM EDT reply actions
It was just a real low rope
2 inches one way or the other and it would have been a standing double
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions
a fun new way to lose
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:14 PM EDT reply actions
Just unreal
UGHHHHHHHHh
winning records follow good bullpens
we give it away AGAIN
winning records follow good bullpens
well
i guess the only consolation was that wasn’t a dropped third strike
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:15 PM EDT reply actions
There is a 100% chance it would be totally deserved
winning records follow good bullpens
right, the team, not Hillman's bullpen management
What are the odds he would go after Hillman?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions
I'll say again
I think the bullpen management wasn’t good, but c’mon….managers manage, players play, our players just aren’t good enough. Errors, walks, base hit after base hit, these are all things that better players wouldn’t do = more wins.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Forget bullpen management
If Teahen catches the ball, this game is over. If Tomko gets anybody out, this game is over. If Yabuta gets anybody out, this game is over. If Buck doesn’t let that ball get away from him, we’re not losing. The blame is on the players, even if the bullpen management was horrible.
winning records follow good bullpens
Fair enough
That’s completely correct. But it was Hillman who chose both Tomko and Yabuta over Ramirez (although that’s not guarantee that Ramirez would have finished it off).
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah I agree
I don’t understand why Ram Ram didn’t come in 2nd.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions
if trey brings ramirez in in the 8th...the game is over
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Just Like Plane
Crashes, there are no new ways to piss away a game.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:15 PM EDT reply actions
wow, that is pathetic
however, we do have the top of the order coming up
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
sorta equivalent to some teams' bottom
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions
But It's A
Power bottom, like Tom Cruise.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Ugh, so wrong, but so correct
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Huzzah!
And now we get the third strike, just to add insult to injury.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions
And of course, we get the strike out.
winning records follow good bullpens
I know it has been said before, but
Tomko absolutely sucks
Success is counted sweetest by those who ne'er succeed. - Emily Dickinson
Buck had him nailed
he didn’t throw the ball till really late. Unbelievable, I think he thought he could beat him to home himself. Buck has been pissing me off lately.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:17 PM EDT reply actions
Not to mention that ball should never go to the backstop anyway
winning records follow good bullpens
If the team loses, the story will all be about "fundamentals" and how the pissed it away
if they win dramatically, it will be about their “character” and “perserverance,” even though the difference could be two swings.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
Dayton Moore to-do list
1) Explain how bullpens work to Trey Hillman
2) DFA Brett Tomko referring to 1
3) Move Yabuta to end of the bench, separating him from his translator
4) Tell his players to not play like babies, Guillen can assist
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:19 PM EDT reply actions
I enjoy the lunacy
of being a Royals fan
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Jun 10, 2008 11:21 PM EDT reply actions
crazy sick game tonight
but when we break through and go 83-7 9 in 3 years, we’ll know it was worth it
I've been grinding since '76
I’ve had me bellyfull of losing, futzing, fumbling, fumble freaking, mongolian, etc…. I’ve just about been drubbed enough…..I don’t know what to do. Surely, big pharma makes a pill for peoples like me?
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Jun 10, 2008 11:23 PM EDT up reply actions
How am I supposed to face the guys at work tomorrow?
I should wear a scarlet freaking “R” on my bird like chest
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Jun 10, 2008 11:22 PM EDT reply actions
I'm from the Government
And I’m here to help…......lone Royal fan, being abused by shallow scrubs wannabe fans
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Jun 10, 2008 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions
the saving grace of this season is..
the braves are a nightmare every night too.
Just when you think this team is improving...
winning records follow good bullpens
im a huge fan of 'jomer'
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions
No offense
But it more accurate to say that if he got a single, then ended the game by being thrown out trying to stretch it to a double, then he’d be a Royal
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Guillen
=Greek god of hot streaks
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:23 PM EDT reply actions
No fking joke
winning records follow good bullpens
Guillen, if you win this one for the Royals, I will take back all that stuff I said about you
(until you next inevitable slump that all players go through)
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
Great...teahen against a lefty....yeah right
winning records follow good bullpens
OMG
what did Gordon do? I missed it all
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:24 PM EDT reply actions
Teahen gets a chance at redemption!
He will come through!!!
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:25 PM EDT reply actions
You heard it here first: walk off HR
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
they are so bad b/c the people that run them think TPJ is a major leaguer
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:27 PM EDT up reply actions
over teh fence?
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Did Bradley get hurt or something?
Sorry, he’s carrying my fantasy team…
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
ryan theorized that his throat might be hurt from all the talking he does
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Rangers
- of blown saves=#of saves…until now
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Jun 10, 2008 11:27 PM EDT reply actions
HAHAHAHA what an ending
winning records follow good bullpens
That game sucked.....
All the way from Hell to breakfast
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Jun 10, 2008 11:29 PM EDT reply actions
called 3rd
how teahen
One man with courage makes a majority - Andrew Jackson
by Home Run Tony Cogan on Jun 10, 2008 11:29 PM EDT reply actions
That called 3rd strike
Did have a strong Teahan smell, with fruit forward Gordon undertones, and a weak finish
by Nighthawk at the Diner on Jun 10, 2008 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Mark Teahen single handedly lost us this fucking game
from the DP in the first to the error that led to 5 runs to the pitch right down the middle that he watched to end the game.. god i hate him SOOOOOOO much
Yasuhiko Yabuta is to Major League Baseball as Drew Carey is to The Price is Right
It was his first error at first ever.
He didn’t give up the four run lead at Yankee Stadium either.
Bullpen sucks.
Damnit
this just fucking sucks. Up 5-1 and I’m starting to think things might turn around and then this bullshit. This team is just so hard to understand.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:29 PM EDT reply actions
I wonder if Hillman has anything more from the "men, pick up the chairs" bag of tricks ready
for this sort of occasion?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
Insert The Appropriate
Vulgarity here. I don’t care what it is.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Jun 10, 2008 11:30 PM EDT reply actions
Poop
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
So now
we start to wonder whether making Soria a starter is actually a good idea….if you look at the bullpen over the….......Ah FUCK IT.
by I need more Esteban on Jun 10, 2008 11:31 PM EDT reply actions
I'm not prone to hyperbole
But Jack Nicholson is, without a doubt, one of the greatest 2-3 humans in history
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 10, 2008 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Watching that game was the eqivalent of watching a walrus have sex with a retarded kangaroo
Yasuhiko Yabuta is to Major League Baseball as Drew Carey is to The Price is Right
is she the only person at the game sitting nexdt to someone unattractive
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:37 PM EDT reply actions
Of course not
What, you think Jack’s sitting at the end of a row? Please.
Sarcasm™. It's the new gravy.
ha ha.....nice
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Jun 10, 2008 11:38 PM EDT up reply actions
This loss is comparable
to turning on “That 70s Show” and seeing that Donna dyed her hair blonde.
Not a huge fan to begin with, but that was the last new episode I ever watched.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
Srsly?
The shine is off.
Oh well, she’s Scientologist anyway.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Jun 11, 2008 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions
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